Chapter 14. Migrating from Windows NT 4.0

In this Chapter

Migrating to a Scalable Windows 2003 Server Environment

Fallback Plans and Failover Procedures

Tips to Minimize Network Downtime

Planning and Implementing Name Resolution When Migrating

Planning and Upgrading File Systems and Disk Partitions

Avoiding Failures and Disruptions During Server Upgrades

Keeping Windows Servers Current with Windows Updates

Finalizing Server Upgrades with Windows Update

Supporting Windows Clients During Coexistence

Implementing and Securing Password Migrations

Addressing Permissions Issues When Migrating Desktops

Best Practices for Maintaining and Managing Coexistence

Common Mistakes When Decommissioning Domains and Servers

When organizations begin a migration to Windows Server 2003, even though they have completed a detailed plan, each implementation task has been carefully considered . Often many unforeseen factors can arise that can have adverse effects on the migration, disrupting the flow of the progress and productivity of the migration project.

This chapter focuses on best practices and tips that can assist administrators with a migration by identifying common mistakes and best practices to avoid unforeseen issues. Some of these issues may include improper network designs, problemsome network communication links, improperly configured systems, or errors in site to site replication.

Besides avoiding these issues, other key factors covered in the chapter are the various migration strategies and best practices to avoid downtime and streamline the migration process.